奇異(きい)

A somewhat formal word for strangeness that implies something is unusual enough to draw attention. Often used to describe how others perceive unusual behavior.

Common collocations

• 奇異(きい)な目(め)で見(み)る — to look at someone strangely
• 奇異(きい)の目(め) — strange looks, looks of bewilderment
• 奇異(きい)に感(かん)じる — to find something strange
• 奇異(きい)な光景(こうけい) — a bizarre sight
• 奇異(きい)に映(うつ)る — to appear strange

Usage

The phrase 奇異(きい)の目(め)で見(み)る / 奇異(きい)な目(め)で見(み)る is the most common usage — it means to stare at someone as if they are bizarre. This expression implies social judgment and discomfort.

Similar words

• 奇妙(きみょう) — strange, curious (lighter, can be intriguing)
• 不思議(ふしぎ) — mysterious, puzzling (more neutral, can be positive)
• 異様(いよう) — bizarre, abnormal (stronger, more alarming)